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Dragon, Chromatic, Blue, Ancient 5e

Gargantuan Dragon, Lawful Evil

The Dragon, Chromatic, Blue, Ancient is a gargantuan dragon in D&D 5e with a challenge rating of 23 (50,000 XP). It has 22 AC and 481 hit points. This colossal blue dragon's hide sparkles like a stormy sky made manifest, with constant electrical discharges creating a corona of deadly beauty around its massive form. Its voice carries the rumble...

Armor Class

22

Hit Points

481

Challenge

23

50,000 XP

This colossal blue dragon's hide sparkles like a stormy sky made manifest, with constant electrical discharges creating a corona of deadly beauty around its massive form. Its voice carries the rumble of distant thunder even in casual speech.

Speed Walk 40, 30 burrow, 80 fly
STR +9 (29)
DEX +0 (10)
CON +8 (27)
INT +4 (18)
WIS +3 (17)
CHA +5 (21)
Saving Throws DEX +7, CON +15, WIS +10, CHA +12
Skills Perception +10, Stealth +7
Damage Immun. Immune: Lightning
Senses blindsight 60 ft., darkvision 120 ft., passive Perception 20
Languages Common, Draconic

Special Traits & Features

Legendary Resistance
Dragon

DM Tactical & Combat Guide

Encounter Balance (Party of 4)

Deadly at Level 1

Combat Role

Gargantuan Dragon (Skirmisher / Line)

Party Difficulty Scaling (Party of 4)

Tier 1 (Lvl 3)
Extreme / TPK
Tier 2 (Lvl 7)
Extreme / TPK
Tier 3 (Lvl 12)
Extreme / TPK
Tier 4 (Lvl 17)
Deadly
Recommended Minions & Allies: Kobold Trappers, Dragonborn Guards, Cult of the Dragon acolytes, Wyrmlings
Encounter Hook: Demanding regular tribute from nearby frontier settlements, punishing defiance with aerial strikes on trade routes.

Tactical Recommendations

  • Aerial Mobility: Use flying speed to maintain range against melee-heavy adventurers, swooping in only to execute high-impact actions.
  • Subterranean Ambush: Use burrowing speed to attack from beneath full cover, breaking line-of-sight against ranged spellcasters.
  • Lighting Manipulation: Exploit darkvision or blindsight in total darkness to force players to rely on torchlight or spell slots.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Challenge Rating (CR) of Dragon, Chromatic, Blue, Ancient?

Dragon, Chromatic, Blue, Ancient is a Challenge Rating 23 creature, granting 50,000 XP when defeated in D&D 5e.

What are the Armor Class and Hit Points of Dragon, Chromatic, Blue, Ancient?

Dragon, Chromatic, Blue, Ancient has an Armor Class (AC) of 22 and approximately 481 hit points.

What party level is recommended to fight Dragon, Chromatic, Blue, Ancient?

For a party of 4 adventurers, Dragon, Chromatic, Blue, Ancient represents a Deadly challenge around Level 1.

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